Carson City, NV, USA
N88FX
WATSON DAVID E SKYBOLT
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The pilot landing the tailwheel-equipped biplane reported he was unable to correct for winds after touchdown and decided to abort the landing. During takeoff the biplane's left lower wing struck a taxiway sign. A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Safety Inspector performed a subsequent examination of the biplane, and documented and photographed substantial damage to the bottom left wing spar. The pilot reported no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during takeoff, resulting in substantial damage to the airplane.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database
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